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See smoke? Controlled burn at Queeny Park happens Thursday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – The St. Louis County Park’s Forestry Division conducted a controlled burn late Thursday morning at Queeny Park. The controlled burn happened at 550 Weidman Road. A 7-acre controlled burn, combined with an ongoing drought and a gusty south wind sparked a lot of questions as to whether Thursday was the right time for a controlled burn.Matt Beitscher, one of the meteorologists at the National Weather Service says that despite the windy conditions, Thursday was, in fact, a good day for prescribed burning.Controlled burns are effective for many reasons, but a big reason that the prescribed fires took place at Queeny Park was to rid the prairie of invasive species."We do this for a couple of reasons," said St. Louis County Parks Forestry Manager Jason Pratte. "This is a native prairie. We've noticed some of the invasive species are starting to come back in. Fire is going to set those invasive species back and allow native prairie to reset and restore over time."Despite ...

St. Louis-area memorial services held in memory of Pearl Harbor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

O'FALLON, Mo. - Thursday marks 82 years since Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. Surviving World War II veterans are urging Americans to learn the solemn history of that day. Locally, a large crowd gathered at the Mid America Veterans Museum in O'Fallon for a memorial service. That included reading the names of service members killed during the attack. There was also a memorial service in Swansea, Illinois. It took place just before noon at the John Messinger Cemetery on Old Collinsville Road. That's where America's first Pearl Harbor monument was installed.

Opioid settlement could net $276K for St. Louis health department

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Money from a national opioid settlement could be coming soon to St. Louis.A committee of the St. Louis Board of Aldermen considered a bill Thursday that would give the city health department around $276,000 from that fund.So far, the state of Missouri has settled with ten drug companies that make or sell opioid painkillers.More than 21,000 Missourians died of an overdose last year. Most of those deaths involved fentanyl.

Woman killed in auto-pedestrian crash in Lakewood

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

An adult woman is dead after she was struck by a car at the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Teller Street in Lakewood, the Lakewood Police Department announced on social media Thursday afternoon.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice Crime and Public Safety | 10 Colorado search and rescue operations in 2023, from ill-prepared hikers to a dog on a 14er Crime and Public Safety | Paraglider in critical condition after crash in north Boulder Crime and Public Safety | Sheriff: Texas man killed parents, 4 others in trail of violence from San Antonio to Austin Crime and Public Safety | Fugitive arrested by U.S. Marshals in Englewood for alleged murder in Washington, D.C. According to the post, the driver of the vehicle was cited for careless driving resulting in death. The woman was taken to a hospital where sh...

Denver area sees 4 murder-suicides in two weeks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

Four different murder-suicides happened within two weeks in late November.The ongoing holiday season could be part of the reason why, said Director of Survivor Services at Safehouse Denver Natasha Alder, as domestic violence incidents could increase as family stress mounts.“This time of year can be stressful for a lot of reasons, and some of those stressors can exacerbate violence,” Adler said via phone call Tuesday. “A lot of alcohol can be involved in family gatherings, people are tight with money because they are buying presents … people are just spending time together, which could be consequential.”At least three of the incidents in late November were deemed domestic violence or happened between family members.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice Crime and Public Safety | 10 Colorado search and rescue operations in 2023, from il...

L.A. man receives life sentence for sex trafficking, pimping teens

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

A Los Angeles man has been sentenced to life in prison for recruiting and enticing teens to work for him as prostitutes and abusing them if they tried to quit.Donavin Dwayne Bradford, 32, received his sentence on Thursday. He was also ordered to pay $67,000 in restitution and an additional $900 in additional fees.Bradford was convicted earlier this year on multiple counts related to sex trafficking minors, multiple counts related to child pornography and one count of sex trafficking through threats of force or coercion.One of his victims, a 15-year-old girl, was recruited to work as a prostitute on behalf of Bradford and a co-conspirator identified as Layla Kalani Valdivia, 24, of Ventura. The two used the internet to advertise the girl for sex work and directed customers to meet her at various hotels. Clients would pay Bradford and Valdivia for "dates" with that teen victim, or she was expected to bring them $1,000 per night, according to the United States Department of Justice.At ...

UNLV shooting suspect had list of targets at that campus and another university, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The suspect in the deadly shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, had a list of targets at the school and at East Carolina University in North Carolina, police said Thursday.Three faculty members were killed and a fourth was wounded by the gunman who opened fire on the campus Wednesday before dying in a shootout with police, according to university officials.Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill identified the suspect as Anthony Polito, a longtime business professor. Before the shooting, the gunman mailed 22 letters to university faculty members across the U.S., but the content of those letters wasn’t immediately known, McMahill said at a news conference Thursday.The sheriff said police have contacted everyone on the suspect's list, except for one person who was on a flight.“None of the individuals on the target list became a victim,” McMahill said.The sheriff said investigators were still looking into a motive but noted that Polito applied for several jobs a...

Dog soda? Yeah, that's a thing (and it's pricey)

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

If you're a dog owner and you've been thinking that there just aren't enough flavored beverages for pooches, worry no more.A company called Jones Soda Co. has rolled out dog sodas. That is, sodas for dogs, not flavored like dogs.The new Jones Craft Dog Soda comes in three tasty (for dogs) flavors: beef, chicken, and turkey and gravy."We here at Jones love our four-legged friends as much as the next person," the company says on its website. "So, the mad scientists we have working behind the scenes developed a beverage that is just as tasty for dogs as Jones Soda is for humans. And, to top it off, we added a pinch of good-for-you stuff to keep their joints jumping."In fact, the company says the canine coolers are sufficiently good-for-you that humans can enjoy them too (if beef-flavored soda is your cup of, um, beef).But they're pricey. A four-pack of dog soda will run you $25.Or you can follow this handy pro tip: What I do when my dog is thirsty is I hold my dog's bowl under the tap ...

Chris Bixi Li Wins Major Film Awards, Her Business Achievements Garner Widespread Attention

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

A Blend of Artistic and Commercial SuccessChris Bixi Li is emerging as a significant force in the film and television industry, not just for her creative prowess but also for her remarkable business acumen. Her dual expertise in artistic creation and commercial operations has earned her a stellar reputation in both the cinematic and business sectors. Her role as the production coordinator for the 2016 film “L.O.R.D: Legend of Ravaging Dynasties” exemplifies this blend. She was pivotal in the film’s operation and coordination, leading to impressive box office earnings of $350,456 in the U.S. and a staggering $58,089,494 globally. These figures are a testament to her talent in balancing artistic vision with commercial success.Diverse Roles and Remarkable AchievementsIn addition to her cinematic triumphs, Chris Bixi Li’s tenure at Mahua Fun Age as the assistant of the Artist Management Department (01/2016-03/2016) further illustrates her versatility. During her ...

Brett M. Rosen, Esq. Named One of The Top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:53 GMT

A skilled defense attorney wields the power to profoundly alter the course of an individual’s life when faced with legal challenges. Their expertise extends far beyond courtroom strategies– it encompasses empathy, a deep understanding of the law, and the ability to navigate intricate legal systems.One of the most highly rated attorneys practicing in the Edison, New Jersey area is Brett M. Rosen, who has been consistently providing excellent legal representation in New Jersey for a variety of different issues. By providing top-tier guidance, support, and skilled representation, Rosen is able to instill hope, offer second chances, and ultimately transform the trajectory of his clients’ lives, emphasizing the importance of a fair and just legal system.After completing undergraduate studies, Brett Rosen attended law school, enrolled at Roger Williams University School of Law. He earned a juris doctor degree in 2015, after which he was admitted to the practice of law that same year...